Embrace Families Observes Child Abuse Prevention Month With Manicure Movement® Webinar Series

More than one billion children worldwide are exposed to violence every year. To call attention to this staggering statistic, April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Embrace Families, the lead nonprofit agency overseeing child welfare in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties, is hosting several educational events to raise awareness and promote advocacy.
 
The nonprofit is kicking off its 7th annual MANicure Movement^® – a grassroots effort designed to start serious conversations in a visual way. Throughout April, child welfare advocates keep one fingernail – usually the index finger – painted blue to draw attention to the fact that one in five children will suffer abuse before the age of 18, and to spark conversations about what we can do to help.
 
Throughout the month, Embrace Families will host free webinars, featuring different experts on topics related to child abuse prevention and strengthening families. Each 60-minute webinar starts at 11:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required. To sign up for one or more webinar, or for more information, visit www.MANicureMovement.com.
WHEN:               

• Friday, April 7, 11:30 a.m.: Building the Foundation: Critical Conversations About Child Abuse Prevention

Discussion on critical stress factors that lead to abuse; what is being done to address triggers of abuse; and why it takes a village to keep kids safe.
 

• Friday, April 14, 11:30 a.m.: Empowering Emotional Growth

Dr. Lauren Josephs offers insights about different developmental needs of children, and how community leaders can improve systems designed to support local families.
 

• Friday, April 21, 11:30 a.m.: Supporting Diverse Families

No two families are ever the same. Josh Bell, Chief Impact Officer at 26Health, presents his recommendations for interacting with families of different backgrounds.
 

• Friday, April 28, 11:30 a.m.: Social Media Impacts on Children’s Health

Nemours Children’s Health’s Dr. Lisa Spector discusses the impact of    social media on children’s body image, gender stereotypes, behaviors and unhealthy relationships.
 
WHERE:                            Those who register for a webinar at www.MANicureMovement.com will be emailed a secure link.
  About Embrace Families
Embrace Families, a 501c3 not for profit organization, helps Central Florida families overcome the root causes of abuse and neglect through programs that offer case management and other prevention services. When a child can’t remain safely in their home, we support them through foster care, adoption, mentoring and beyond. For more information, visit www.embracefamilies.org, “like” Embrace Families” on Facebook or follow it on Twitter and Instagram.